Richard W. VanAlstine, age 61, of Arkdale, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 13, 2019, at his home.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Father Valentine will officiate. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday.
Richard was born September 4, 1958, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Robert and Charlotte (Walsh) VanAlstine. He graduated from Assumption High School in Wisconsin Rapids. Richard married Donna M. Vechinski on July 15, 1989, in Adams, Wisconsin. He loved spending time with his family & good friends, the outdoors, riding his motorcycle, gardening, his three dogs, Otis, Leroy & Bailey, and cat Baby.
Richard was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and lifelong member of the NRA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Charlotte; brothers, David VanAlstine & Robert Thomas; nephew, Donald VanAlstine, and sister-in-law, Betty VanAlstine.
Survivors:
Wife: Donna VanAlstine
Daughter: Michelle (Robert) Wilhorn
Son: Scott (Shereen Lindsay) Ostruske
Daughter: Shannon (Paul) Schanen
Grandchildren: Austin, Skyler, Alisa, Emily, and Allison
Brothers: Jon Van Alstine, Steven (Nancy) Van Alstine, and Tom VanAlstine
He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends
So sorry for your loss. God Bless.
Donna and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donna and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
So very sorry for your loss…Richard was one of the “good guys” I enjoyed working with…
You are all in my thoughts – so sorry for your loss.
Shannon and family. So sorry for your dad’s passing
Prayers !
We want you to know that all of our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Richard was a good dude to work with and a good friend. Donna you folks are in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. His spirit lives on.
Love you all so very much and so sorry for your loss, friends forever. Rip Rich!
So sorry to all of you! Sending love!
Shannon and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. Please know y’all are in my thoughts and prayers! God’s comfort ~✝️🙏
Shannon and family,
So very sorry for your loss. Uplifting you all with love and prayers.